What Are You Watching?
You finally sit down to watch something — one uninterrupted story, a little mental detox — and right as the plot picks up, someone walks in and asks: “What are you watching?”
Wishes, random thoughts and quotes
You finally sit down to watch something — one uninterrupted story, a little mental detox — and right as the plot picks up, someone walks in and asks: “What are you watching?”
Whether your day begins with jelly bean toast or quiet coffee, I hope you’re seen—not just as “Mom,” but for who you truly are.
The real work is done in the quiet hours, long before the spotlight. A reflection on why showing up matters more than finishing fast.
This self-care journaling box from Archer & Olive was more than beautiful—it was thoughtfully designed, deeply reflective, and full of intentional details. I share my honest first impression, favorite pieces, and why I’ll be ordering again.
The best part of a family holiday isn’t the meal or the candy — it’s the stories. The ones that resurface year after year, and the ones no one planned on sharing… but did anyway.
This week, love showed up in quiet moments, thoughtful gestures, and honest conversations. Through it all, I found an answer to the question I didn’t realize I was asking: what does self-care really mean?
Self-care isn’t always candles and bubble baths. Sometimes it’s cleaning a messy bathroom—or asking yourself the questions you’ve been avoiding.
Self-care isn’t always pretty—and it definitely isn’t always Instagram-worthy. Sometimes it’s drive-thru fries in the car or a full day in pajamas with no intention of pretending otherwise. This quick read is for anyone who’s ever just needed a minute.
I thought turning 50 would come with more grace—and a lot less plastic. But there it was, an AARP card in my mailbox, my name in gold letters and a not-so-subtle reminder I’d hit the half-century mark. My husband embraced his senior perks. I’m still processing the idea of being “card-carrying” old. Convertible? Yes. AARP benefits? Not so fast.
📝 There’s Something Quietly Magical about Yellow Tulips. They don’t shout for attention. They don’t need to. With their soft golden petals and fresh green stems, they bring a calm kind of joy—the kind that arrives unannounced, settles in, and warms the room without asking for anything in return. 💐 A Thoughtful Gesture These particular tulips…